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Whitewater Fire Department - Monday at 6:00 PM
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WUSD School Board - Monday at 6:00 PM
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Whitewater Public Library Board of Trustees - Monday at 6:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Alcohol Licensing Committee- Tuesday at 6:10 PM
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City of Whitewater Common Council- Tuesday at 6:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Parks & Recreation Board- Wednesday at 5:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Community Development Authority - Thursday at 5:30 PM
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Whitewater Public Library Personnel Committee - Monday at 1:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Plan and Architectural Review Commission - Monday at 6:00 PM
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Whitewater Fire Department - Monday at 6:00 PM
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WUSD Policy Review Committee - Tuesday at 8:00 AM
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City of Whitewater Finance Committee - Tuesday at 5:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Public Works Committee - Tuesday at 6:00 PM
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City of Whitewater Landmarks Commission - Thursday at 6:00 PM
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UW-Whitewater Basketball Scores – Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019
Women’s Basketball:
UW-Whitewater 111, Elmhurst (Ill.) 61 (school scoring record for UW-W – previous record was 108 from 1989.)
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Men’s Basketball:
No. 17 Augustana (Ill.) 86, UW-Whitewater 69
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Chris Lindeke
Assistant Athletic Director, Strategic Communications and Branding
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
262-472-1147
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Due to weather conditions, the City’s street crew will make one more citywide pass for leaf collection, beginning Nov. 25. Please put your bags out a.s.a.p., lest you miss this last chance.
Yard waste must be bagged in biodegradable, clear or transparent bags only. Yard waste will not be collected if not properly bagged or placed in non-transparent or black bags.
If you have any questions please call the Department of Public Works at 473-0560.
Kelly Freeman
Superintendent of Streets/Parks/Stormwater Utility/Forestry
City of Whitewater Urban Forestry Committee - Monday at 4:30 PM
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Whitewater School Board - Monday at 6:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Community Involvement & Cable TV Commission - Tuesday at 5:00 PM
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City of Whitewater Finance Committee - Tuesday at 5:30 PM
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Need a break – already? – from the quick return of bone-chilling winter weather? The perfect solution is taking in a performance (or two) of the Whitewater High School Players production of “The Little Mermaid” at the WHS auditorium on Nov. 21-23 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee performance at 2:00 p.m. on Nov. 24.
Your time in a tropical blue lagoon with Ariel the mermaid and her colorful friends Flounder the fish and Sebastian the crab will soon bring back your memories of perfect summer days in June and July.
Consider treating the youngins in your neighborhood to see this show.
Reserved seat tickets for the performance are $9 for adults and $5 for students, available one hour before the performance or by calling the WHS Box Office at 262-472-8178.
More than 60 cast, technical crew, and pit band members will take to the stage for this Disney classic based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories.
“The Little Mermaid” is a hauntingly beautiful love story never out of date and will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.”
The memorable cast includes Gio Anello, Gracia Boley, Henry Bresser, Keith Cameron, Jazmin Cederberg, Emma Clarksen, Olive Coburn, Sarah Felland, Sierra Gonzales, Jullian Harkness, Lauren Harkness, Maggie Jay, Josh Kirley, Ilana Lothes, Audrey Mayer, Sophie Mayer, Ben McCulloch, Stephanie Ordaz, Betzy Palomec, Chris Porcaro, Aldo Rodriguez, Lucas Scherer, Arianna Schroeder, Skylar Staebler, Haley Street, Madison Strickler, Evie Troxel, Anderson Waelchli, Carter Waelchli, Marco Wence, Ella Willman, and Matt Zingheim.
Putting their technical skills to the test are backstage crew members Payton Bunger, Emerson Dunham, Josie Hintz, Bailee Korf, Jordan Korf, Hailey Long, Abby Olson, Cole Schlicher, Lucy Troxel, Emma VanDaele, Sami VanDaele, and Emma Weigel.
Adding to the fun of a LIVE production are pit band musicians including Maddy Blain, Colin Chenoweth, Anne Coburn, Caroline Crowley, Colin Dugan, Liz Elliott, David Flemming, Zuri Goldsmith, Justin Kamp, Jimmy Karolek, Alex Martin, Jack Mayer, Sophie Mayer, Sophie Walton, and Caryl Whiteman.
Jim McCulloch directs this production, with musical direction by Liz Elliott, choreography by Lynn Lema, set design by Kat Dunham, sound design by Tony Hansen, and costume design by Karen McCulloch. Frankie Heurtz serves as conductor for the pit band.
Jim Shaw, Whitewater Unified School District Administrator, said, “Thanks to Whitewater High School’s staff and students for their wonderful production of ‘The Little Mermaid.’ The arts are a critical part of our students’ education. More than 80% of WHS students are engaged in the arts, music, athletics, or other extracurricular activities.”
“I am proud to be part of school district and community that values and encourages the arts and student engagement,” Shaw added. “Congratulations to students and staff for another great production.”Share This
Irvin L. Young Library Board of Trustees - Monday at 6:30 PM
Irvin L. Young Memorial Library - More Information
Whitewater School Board - Monday at 6:30 PM
Special meeting to discuss Palmyra-Eagle Area School District dissolution
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City of Whitewater Common Council - Tuesday at 6:30 PM
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City of Whitewater Community Development Authority - Thursday at 5:30 PM
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Five students from Whitewater High School performed at Singing in Wisconsin, an event sponsored by the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association. The event was held on November 9th at Carroll University.
The WHS students performed along with other students from southeastern Wisconsin under the direction of Dr. Stephen Sieck, director of choirs at Lawrence University. The students rehearsed throughout the day and performed in a concert in the late afternoon. Students attending were Olivia Amundson, Lliam Stauss, Anisa Dauti, Haley Street, and Skylar Staebler.
From the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association website:
Singing in Wisconsin is a perfect place for those students who just love to sing regardless of ability. This event, which takes place at four sites throughout Wisconsin on the same day, is for any choir student who loves to sing and wants to be a part of this day. For some students it is the one time a year where they can sing with a large group of students and truly feel the power of singing with many voices. For other students it is a day to connect with new friends and work together to create a significant musical moment.
Obituaries
Roger Arthur Luebke, 74, of Whitewater, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at his home. Roger was born on October 30, 1950, in Fort Atkinson to Bud and Helen (Erickson) Luebke. He graduated from Whitewater High School in 1969, and worked at Schopens, Moore’s Seafood, and Husco. He enjoyed working in the shop, racing, drinking Miller High Life with his friends, and crossword puzzles. Roger is survived by his two children, Shelli Barrett and Buddy (Brandi) Luebke; sisters, Sandy (Bill) Lentz, Kathy (Paul) McCann, and Patty Luebke; and his grandchildren, Levi, Aaron, Justin, Megan, Brandon, Cody, and Lindsey. He … Read more
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Donalee Schlogel-Hansen went to be with her Lord on 26 March, 2025, at Fieldstone Care Center, in Tumwater, WA, the result of a hard fall suffered on March 5th, 2025. She was born on November 5, 1937 in Chicago, Ilinois, and was the daughter of Joseph and Helen Schlogel. In 1942 she moved to Helenville, WI. where her father had purchased a small farm. During her primary school days, Donalee attended a one room school just a few miles from her home. During summer and winter, she rode her beloved horse “Flash” to and from school and housed him in … Read more
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In Loving Memory of Margaret Elizabeth GottschalkJuly 15, 1943 – April 1, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Margaret, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who passed away on April 1, 2025 at the age of 81. Born on July 15, 1943, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, Margaret led a life rooted in service, compassion, and joyful connection. From 1963 to 1966, she proudly served in the United States Navy as a data processing technician, where she met the love of her life, Bill. Together, they built a life of adventure, purpose and love. That included walking across … Read more
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Joyce Eileen Forester, 82, Whitewater, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the Lakeland Health Care Center, Elkhorn. Joyce was born on May 6, 1942 in Sparta, WI to George and Mary (McCollough) Hoag. She married Rodney Forester on June 20, 1959. He preceded her in death on December 16, 2015. Joyce and Rodney enjoyed traveling and an occasional visit to the casino. She loved all the Wisconsin sports teams, especially the Badgers, Bucks, Brewers and, of course, her beloved Packers. Joyce also enjoyed spending time outside watching her flowers grow. She is survived by her children John Forester, Whitewater, … Read more
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Jack G. Trojan, 88, of Whitewater, passed away March 21, 2025, at his home. Born May 6, 1936, he lived in Milwaukee, WI until moving to Richland Center, WI in 1944. Beloved husband of Diane, he was preceded in death by his parents Joseph (Jack) Trojan and Francis (Fanny) Trojan. He is survived by a sister, Shirley Trojan (Curnow), of Richland Center, WI and brother-in-law, David Kaltenback, of Lynnwood, WA, as well as many nieces and nephews. Jack enriched the lives of many during his thirty-three-year career in Education, both as a classroom teacher teaching Industrial Arts education and as … Read more
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Amal Habibi Vitale (1940–2025) Amal Habibi Vitale, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, educator, and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, at the age of 84, following a severe stroke. Born on November 30, 1940, in Haifa, Palestine, Amal’s early years were shaped by resilience and change. In 1948, her family left Haifa “for the weekend,” expecting to return—only to find themselves forging a new path in Syria and eventually settling inBeirut, Lebanon. Determined and ambitious, Amal graduated from the American University of Beirut with a degree in business at just 20 years old—one of the … Read more
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Marie Mehring, age 93, of Whitewater passed away peacefully at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek on March 16, 2025. Marie was born November 1, 1931. She was the daughter of Evelyn and Joseph Swatek. She graduated from Elkhorn High School. While in high school, she met the love of her life, Chuck Mehring, at the roller rink; they were married June 3, 1950. Soon, they added to their family Deb, Ron, Jane and Pat. In 1962, Marie and Chuck moved their family to a farm in the Hebron area. In addition to homemaking, Marie was employed at the Whitewater Commercial … Read more
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Kathleen Barbara Beerman, 73, Whitewater, passed away at her home in Whitewater on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Kathleen was born on December 4, 1951 in Milwaukee, WI to Raymond and Ruth (Laff) Griffin. She graduated from Milwaukee Custer High School in 1971 and from MATC in 1973 where she received her degree in nursing. Kathleen worked as a nurse at Marion Franciscan Center in Milwaukee for 20 years. She married John Beerman on November 6, 1971. Kathleen started a Christian bookstore in Whitewater, volunteered at Fairhaven Senior Living, and traveled to Israel. She enjoyed quilting and sewing. She is survived … Read more
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James M. Leaver, 85, of Whitewater passed away on March 19, 2025. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials in his honor may be made to the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library, 431 W. Center St., Whitewater, WI 53190 or to the Whitewater Community Food Pantry, 146 W. North St., Whitewater, WI 53190. Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
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Wayne Dean Boos, 83, of Sullivan (Rome), WI passed away on March 18, 2025, surrounded by his family at the Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. Wayne was born on June 21, 1941, in Rome, WI, the son of Dewey and Augusta (Boerst) Boos. Wayne married Shirley M. Baumann on June 8, 1974, in Lake Mills. He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1959. Wayne worked for Art Thomas Construction, Braun’s Construction Inc., and the School District of Jefferson. During retirement, he enjoyed tending to his red geraniums, feeding and watching the birds, and traveling with family. Wayne played softball for many years … Read more
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